The only disappointing aspect to the tour of Alcatraz, as interpreted by the queen herself, was learning that the spot where Nicholas Cage leaped into the bay in "The Rock" doesnt exist in real life ... merely a Hollywood concoction ...

... to make up for that bit of knowledge, my wife of too many years committed a federal offense by taking a small piece of Alcatraz home with us

Believe those who search for the truth ...
Doubt those who find it ...

I’ve been fortunate enough to visit both the highs and lows of Alcatraz. I have a picture of myself standing on top of the lantern where the emergency light is located. I have toured the dungeon of the main building which is normally off limits.

I’ve got to say standing on the top of the tower with the wind howling in through the Golden Gate is a nerve racking experience. Especially when you realize that the ladder to the top is missing a few of it’s bolts!!